Kishangarh -

Kishangarh Fort and its Giant Wall Kishangarh Fort, the jewel of the small town of Kishangarh, is nestled amid the Aravali hills. The fort can be referred to as a vintage property, now inherited by the Kishangarh king’s heirs. The Maharajas of Jaipur and Jodhpur built the fort. Besides the fort, a “Bake Bihari Temple” was built by “Marathas.” The temple designs, sculptures and architecture are so unique it shows the traditions of Marathas. The fort’s buildings and walls are weakened. Sixty per cent of the fort has vanished, but in forty per cent of the fort’s area, there are Temples, half disappeared Palaces; the fort has the weakest surroundings; there are Cannons in the fort, Sheesh Mahal, Deewan-e-Aam, Deewan-e-Khaas, Rang Mahal, Mosques, etc. The fort is built of three “kot.” Every fort is created using only one kot, but the Kishangarh fort is made using three kot, i.e., the “sand kot,” the “hill kot,” and the “water kot.” The fort also has the “Hawa Mahal,” built to gift the Queen as a “Hawai Palace.” The fort that has never been through a war can call it a Peace fort until the date. The fortress has a well filled with drinking water and food, and the Marathas built dams around the fort. How to reach the fascinating Kishangarh Fort? Tourists can reach here through transport mediums such as air, road and rail. The closest airport is Jaipur International Airport, situated 135 km away from Kishangarh and well connected with all the country's major cities. The nearest railhead is Ajmer Railway Station, located 27 km from it. Kishangarh is easily accessible by road from all major cities of Rajasthan and nearby places. image source : mysticindiatour Amazing Defense and Attack Security of the Fort To protect the fort from the enemy, dunes are made downside the fort, so if the enemy sets the Cannon to destroy the fortress, the Cannon fails to eliminate it. The fort has been through many dynasties, and many dynasties have ruled on this fort. Before the independence, the Britishers took charge of it, and after the freedom, the government of India took control of the fort. You cannot visit the fort government-banned entry because it is weakened and unsafe to visit. You can only view the fort from outside, but you can visit nearby places like Gnodulav Lake. Main Attraction points of Kishangarh Fort The site attracts tourists because of the boating and fishing freedom here. The small town is famous for these types of little adventures. The best part of this lake, earlier, the lake water was used for drinking purposes, but now it’s a critical facing menace for its sustenance. Another heaven named “Sukh Sagar” means “Sukh ka Sagar” making you tongue-tied by its calm atmosphere and peaceful winds. Sukh Sagar Lake is a must-visit place for nature lovers, trekkers, and peace seekers in this small town. Many places are nearby, like Khoda Ganesh Temple and Ajmer Sharif Dargah. So, visit the massive fort, which still resembles the times it was built and is sublime in its beauty. Kishangarh Fort Timings (2023) The Kishangarh Fort is accessible to the public every day from 8 am to 10 pm. The fort is closed on public holidays.